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First few days whenever your ankle isn't being iced and up to a week and half until the swelling goes down. Don't sleep with the tensor bandage on, prop your foot up on some pillows instead (elevation).

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When should you use a tensor bandage on your ankle?

A person should use a tensor bandage on their ankle if they believe their ankle has been sprained or twisted. The tensor bandage should only be worn when a person is participating in an activity.


Should you use a tensor bandage on your ankle?

A person should use a tensor bandage on their ankle if they believe their ankle has been sprained or twisted. The tensor bandage should only be worn when a person is participating in an activity.


How do you convince your dad that your ankle is sprained?

If your ankle is swollen slightly then you should not have to convince your father that you have sprained your ankle. Put hot and cold cloths on it to bring the swelling down and a tensor bandage (not too tight) that you can buy at the drug store. Meanwhile talk to your mother or an aunt to have the ankle looked at in case you have a hairline fracture.


Why should you use a litter to carry a victum with a sprained ankle?

The victim can't walk and he/she might be heavy. That's why you should use a litter to carry a victim with a sprained ankle.


What should you NOT do when you have a sprain?

you should not use the muscle that has been sprained, for instance if you have sprained your ankle, walking should be kept to a minimum amount.


With a present sprained ankle I have steel fixtures in ankle from former ankle injury. Can I get an MRI?

It depends on how badly your ankle is sprained.


Should you bandage an ankle with gout?

yes


Would you be able to walk on a sprained ankle?

Usually, you can walk on a sprained ankle, but it is EXTREMELY painful. This is NOT advised. The best way to take care of a sprained ankle is to ice twice a day, 20 minutes each time, wrap it in an ace bandage or a firm, cast, and avoid moving it or walking. It is good to stretch a bit by gently moving your foot back and forth if you are able. Slow biking on a stationary bike is good conditioning, but do not run or walk too much.


What bone is injured when you have a sprained ankle?

A sprained ankle typically involves damage to the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint rather than a specific bone. However, in some cases, a sprained ankle can also involve a fracture in one of the ankle bones.


How can you help your sprained ankle?

Ice


what can I do to bring the pain to a minimum?

I would wrap the area with a tensor bandage and keep it elevated to avoid swelling. Try to stay off the ankle for 3 to 5 days so that the swelling has a chance to go down then apply light pressure to the ankle.


Did Brett Favre break his ankle or spring his ankle?

He severely sprained it